Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cusco

Join Anda Llama and friends for a quick tour in the Sacred Valley, a jaunt to Machu Picchu and a day of fun in the capital of the Inca Empire.

Apriil 25 - April 30, 2025

Day 1: Friday 25-Apr-2025, Transfer Cusco Airport - Ollantaytambo and tour of Ruins / Town

Transfer Airport to Ollantaytambo: On arrival in Cusco airport please proceed to the baggage hall. At the exit to the building we will meet you, holding a board with your name. You then drive two hours to Ollantaytambo.

Ollantaytambo tour - Half day:  We visit the Inca fortress town of Ollantaytambo: this was the site of the last big battle between the Incas and the Spanish before the remaining Inca rebels fled into the jungles of Vilcabamba.

In this lovely, well-preserved village and ruins you can still feel the true magic of the Incas. The short but steep climb up to the ruins is well worth the effort and its Inca sun temple displays some of the finest stonework in the area, as well as providing spectacular views along the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The site was unfinished and some magnificent stones still lie un-erected, providing important clues to the building methods.

BTG Inca Ruins entry - valid 10 days

Night at the Hotel Pakaritampu (Standard Room)

Included: Boleto turistico, English-speaking guide, Transport, Snacks & water, Room & breakfast next day

Day 2: Saturday 26-Apr-2025, Hike Moray Circular Ruins - Maras Saltpans - Ollantaytambo

Hike Moray ruins to Maras Salt-pans: We head towards Chinchero plain before taking a dirt road to the incredible ruins of Moray. These lesser-visited circular ruins are thought to have been agricultural experimental stations in the times of the Incas.

After visiting the ruins we follow an ancient mule trail with spectacular views of the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcanota. We will also see examples of the finest Andean farming on our way. We head back across the plains to the interesting town of Maras for lunch.

In the afternoon we descend from Maras to the amazing Salinas, a series of salt pans that have been worked since Inca times. We explore this amazing site, then descend to the Urubamba river and our awaiting vehicle, which returns us to your hotel for the night.

Hike details: 11km, approx. 6 hours including time to explore
Ascent: 50m
Descent: 732m
Maximum altitude: 3532m

Picnic Lunch
Maras salt-pans entrance
Trekking poles included

Night at the Hotel Pakaritampu (Standard Room)

Included: Transport, Lunch, Snacks & water, Maras salt-pans entrance fee, English-speaking guide, Trekking poles, Room & breakfast next day

Day 3: Sunday 27-Apr-2025, OPTIONAL Ollantaytambo - Machu Picchu Ruins - Train - Ollantaytambo - Cusco

Discover Machu Picchu in a day:  If you are short of time but would still like to visit the legendary "Lost City of the Incas", it is possible to visit this amazing archaeological site in one day.

A transfer takes you to the train station where you take the early morning train to Machu Picchu. The journey follows the impressive Urubamba River down through cloud forest to the base of Machu Picchu mountain itself. Your private English-speaking guide escorts you for the short bus ride direct to the ruins. Once there, you can enjoy an extensive walking tour of the ruins and a full explanation of this fascinating site.

Machu Picchu Entrance Between 1100 to 1130.
One of the following circuits: 1A Upper Terrace, or 2A Classic, or 2B Lower Terrace, or 3B Lower Royal routes.

Finally, you descend to the waiting train to enjoy one of the great train journeys of the world back along the Sacred Valley.

Train to Machu Picchu
Train from Machu Picchu
Bus from Machu Picchu
Bus to Machu Picchu

Lunch at Indio Feliz

Night at Hotel Anahuarque, Cusco - (Standard room)

Included: Transport, English-speaking guide, Guide's train ticket down, Guide's train ticket return, Train ticket down, Train ticket return, Bus ticket, Machu Picchu entrance, Lunch, Room & breakfast next day

Day 4: Monday 28-Apr-2025, 1/2 Day Sacsayhuaman &  Cusco City Tour

Sacsayhuaman and city - half day:  This morning we will visit Cusco's most stunning ruin, the extensive Sacsayhuaman. Although the smaller stones of Sacsayhuaman were used to build modern-day Cusco, the remaining stones are up to 8.5m high and weigh over 360 tons. The distinctive zigzag ramparts that form are attributed to being puma teeth, lightning & also fortification. This major centre obviously had many functions with storehouses, administration buildings, reservoirs and a play area. It was also the site of a crucial battle between the Incas & the Spanish.

A downhill brings us to San Cristobal church built on top of Inca Manco Capac’s Palace and a fantastic viewpoint of Cusco. The final steps down the streets of San Blas bring us to the Plaza de Armas and a visit to the magnificent Cathedral. Afterward, a short walk past Inca walls brings us to the Qoricancha - the Sun temple and the very centre of the Inca Empire. It also boasts some of the very best preserved Inca stonework in Cusco.

Time, energy and taste permitting, we can visit the local market, shop for souvenirs or wander through San Blas - the artisan part of Cusco city. After a couple of hours exploring this fascinating city at your own pace, your guide will bring you back to your hotel.

Cusco Cathedral and Qorikancha entrance fee

Night at Hotel Anahuarque, Cusco - (Standard room)

Included: English-speaking guide, Snacks & water, Cathedral and Qoricancha entrance, Transport, Room & breakfast next day

Day 5: Tuesday 29-Apr-2025, Free day in Cusco

Free Day in Cusco:  Enjoy a free day in Cusco for some rest and recuperation. Whether your interest is exploring Inca ruins, visiting Colonial churches, bargain hunting in artisan markets, chocolate museums or just relaxing over a cappuccino on a terrace overlooking the Plaza de Armas, Cusco has it all.

Night at Hotel Anahuarque, Cusco - (Standard room)

Included: Room & breakfast next day

Day 6: Wednesday 30-Apr-2025, Transfer Cusco - Cusco Airport

Cusco Airport Transfer:  We transfer you to Cusco airport in time for your onward flight.

Included: Airport transfer, English-speaking guide

Hotel Pakaritampu

Dates: 25-Apr-2025 - 26-Apr-2025
Ollantaytambo

  • Informations: 

  • Check-in: 12:30

  • Check-out: 10:30

Hotel Anahuarque, Cusco

Dates: 27-Apr-2025 - 28-Apr-2025 - 29-Apr-2025
Cusco

  • Informations: 

  • Check-in: 1000

  • Check-out: 0900

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